• National Monuments Service - NMS
• National Inventory of Architectural Heritage - NIAH
• Nature Conservation - National Parks & Wildlife Service - NPWS
• GIS Data for Nature Conservation & Built Heritage
  

• The identification and designation of sites through the Archaeological Survey of Ireland, which is an integral part of the NMS.
• Assisting OPW in the archaeological care of state properties;
• Implementation of protective and regulatory controls (incl. licensing of excavations) under the National Monuments Acts;
• The provision of input and advice to planning and other authorities in respect of individual planning and other development applications, projects and plans.
• The protection of architectural heritage is the responsibility of the NIAH section.
  For more information on the National Monuments Section, click here or follow the links listed below.

• Ports & Harbours Archive – including OPW works carried out on ports and harbours
• Shipwreck Inventory – this is based on archival studies of all documentary sources around the coast including Lloyd’s List, House of Commons Sessions Papers, Local Newspapers, Cartographic Sources and all other relevant documentary sources.
  

• Provide a source of guidance for the selection of structures for protection.
• Supply data to local authorities, which helps them to make informed judgments on the significance of building stock in their functional area.
• Foster greater knowledge and appreciation of Ireland's architectural heritage.
  

• the implementation of both domestic (e.g. Wildlife Acts 1976-2000) & international (e.g. EU Habitats & Birds Directives) legislation;
• the management & development of National Parks & Nature Reserves;
• overseeing licencing under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) & the Wildlife Acts 1976-2000. It manages six major state-owned National Parks in Ireland: Glenveagh in Co. Donegal, Connemara in Co. Galway, Owenduff in Co. Mayo, The Burren in Co. Clare, Killarney in Co. Kerry, and the Wicklow Mountains in Co. Wicklow.

• Aquaculture Policy - Economic and sustainable development of the aquaculture sector
• Coastal Zone - Management and development of the marine coastal zone
• Engineering – Environmental work in rivers, lakes, harbours and coastal
• Foreshore Administration - Leases, licences and offshore electricity generating stations
• Marine Leisure and Research - Marine research and marine tourism and leisure
• Sea Fisheries - Management and development of the seafood and sea fisheries sectors
• Sea Fishery Harbours - Fishery Harbour Centres

• Aquaculture Licences: +353-(0)1-6782066 denise.hyland@dcmnr.gov.ie
• Dumping at Sea Permits: +353-(0)1-6782052 margaret.mulhall@dcmnr.gov.ie
• Fishery Harbour Centres: +353-(0)1-6782471 peadar.ward@dcmnr.gov.ie
• Fishing Boat Licencing and Registration: +353-(0)1-6782474 dermot.donegan@dcmnr.gov.ie
• Foreshore Leases, Licences and Consents:Tel +353-(0)1-6782134 garry.purcell@dcmnr.gov.ie
  

Contact:
Head Office: Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources,
29-31 Adelaide Road,
Dublin 2.
Tel: 01-6782000
LoCall: 1890-44-99-00
Fax: 01-6782449

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY, RURAL AND GAELTACHT AFFAIRS - DCRGA
AN ROINN GNÓTHAÍ POBAIL, TUAITHE AGUS GAELTACHTA
The Department of Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs was established by Government in June 2002, with some 240 staff in 6 locations, mainly in Dublin and Na Forbacha, Co Galway. The Department has specific responsibility for a range of functions including:

• Community Development Programmes - http://www.pobail.ie/en/CommunityProgrammes/
• Local Development - http://www.pobail.ie/en/CommunityProgrammes/AreaDevelopmentManagementLtdADM/
• RAPID programmes for Revitalising Areas by Planning, Investment and Development - http://www.pobail.ie/en/RAPIDandCLR/
• Coordination of the National Drugs Strategy - http://www.pobail.ie/en/NationalDrugsStrategy/
• Volunteering - http://www.pobail.ie/en/CommunityandVoluntary/
• Rural Development initiatives - http://www.pobail.ie/en/RuralDevelopment/
  · CLÁR,
  · LEADER,
  · INTERREG
  · EU Programme for Peace and Reconciliation
  

The Department also retains the responsibilities previously held by the former Department of Arts, Heritage, Gaeltacht and the Islands for the Irish language, the Gaeltacht and the development of Ireland’s offshore Islands. The Irish language is a vital part of the living heritage of the State and an important natural resource in the Gaeltacht. A core task of the Department is to promote the cultural, economic and social welfare of the Gaeltacht as the main source of the living language; the reversal of the decline of Irish as the principal means of communication in the Gaeltacht; and the extension of its use in the rest of the country, both North and South. For more information on the Irish Language, click here.

A core task of the Department is to promote the social, physical and economic development of Gaeltacht areas and to strengthen Irish as the principal community language in the Gaeltacht, particularly in terms of passing the language from one generation to the next. The Department seeks to achieve these objectives both through its own programmes and schemes and those of the bodies under its aegis. The key underlying objective of Government policy in this regard is to maintain the primacy of the Irish language and its related culture in the Gaeltacht. For more information on the Gaeltacht, click here. Our coastal islands are an integral part of the state's heritage. Around 30 of these coastal islands are inhabited and they possess a valuable cultural heritage. It is a central purpose of the Department that sustainable vibrant communities will continue to settle on the islands. There is a need to provide satisfactory services and a developed infrastructure in order to ensure the sustainability of the islands. The Department's aim is to seek to meet the requirements through current capital investment via the Department and other relevant Departments and organisations. The Department has given priority in recent years to the development of island infrastructure as well as subsidising comprehensive access services.

THE IRISH ISLANDS FEDERATION
Comhdháil Oileáin na hÉireann acts as a representative body for development organisations and co-operatives on offshore islands. The Comhdháil encourages these communities to participate in local development and provides a forum to establish communication between the various island communities. It has regular contact with the Department regarding the different problems which islanders face and assistance is provided to the Comhdháil to resolve those problems. For more information on Ireland’s coastal Islands, click here. The Department supports and works closely with other agencies, particularly An Foras Teanga and Údarás na Gaeltachta, in pursuing its objectives. The State Boards and agencies discharge specific responsibilities in the community, rural, Gaeltacht and islands sectors under the aegis of the Department:

• Commissioners of Charitable Donations and Bequests for Ireland
• Dormant Accounts Board
• Western Development Commission
• Údarás na Gaeltachta
• Bord na Leabhar Gaeilge
• An Coimisiún Logainmneacha (the Placenames Commission)

ADM Ltd. is an intermediary company established by the Irish Government, in agreement with the European Commission, to promote social inclusion, reconciliation and equality and to counter disadvantage through local social and economic development. It administers the Local Development Social Inclusion Programme, RAPID and PEACE II Programme on behalf of this Department. Two cross-border implementation bodies - An Foras Teanga (comprising Foras na Gaeilge and Tha Boord o Ulster-Scotch) and Waterways Ireland - come under the aegis of the Department in accordance with the terms of the British-Irish Agreement of March 1999.
Contact:
Department of Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs,
Dún Aimhirgin,
43-49 Mespil Road,
Dublin 4.
Telephone: 01 6473000
Fax: 01 6670826
LoCall Number: 1890 474 847
Press/Information Office: 01 6473130

Gaeltacht & Offshore Islands
Furbo,
Co. Galway
(comprising Housing Grants Division; Summer Colleges/Irish Language Division; Gaeltacht Improvements Division and Islands Division)
Telephone 091 592 555
LoCall Number: 1890 201 401
e-mail: Pearsanra-web@pobail.ie
Web: http://www.pobail.ie/

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE - DOD
The Department of Defence owns and manages several properties around the coast of Ireland. These properties comprise military barracks, training grounds, piers and harbours. A map showing location points where Department of Defence property is within 1km of the coastline can be viewed by clicking on the following link. More information on the locations of military properties can be obtained from the contact below. The Naval Service is based in Haulbowline, Cobh, Co Cork. It is a modern and sophisticated multi- tasked organisation operating a fleet of eight ships. The fleet is equipped with state of the art machinery, weapons, communications and navigation systems.
Contact:
Paul Creaner, Examiner of Maps, GIS
Department of Defence,
Property Management Branch,
Colaiste Caoimhin,
Mobhi Road,
Glasnevin,
Dublin 9.
Telephone: 01 8042465
e-mail: paul.creaner@defence.irlgov.ie
Web: http://www.irlgov.ie

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SEMI-STATE BODIES
HERITAGE COUNCIL
The Heritage Council was established as a statutory body under the Heritage Act 1995. Its role is to propose policies and priorities for the identification, protection, preservation and enhancement of the national heritage. National Heritage is defined as including monuments, archaeological objects, heritage objects such as art and industrial works, documents and genealogical records, architectural heritage, flora, fauna, wildlife habitats, landscapes, seascapes, wrecks, geology, heritage gardens, parks and inland waterways. The Council has a particular responsibility to promote interest, education, knowledge and pride in the national heritage. The Marine and Coastal Committee of the Heritage Council was established in late 2001 to cater for a neglected part of heritage that was not adequately covered by the existing committee structure. Aims:

• To ensure the heritage of the coastal zone and the marine is catered for by the Heritage Council.
• To ensure heritage issues in coastal and marine affairs are dealt with in an integrated and sustainable way.
• To raise awareness of coastal and marine heritage.
• To propose policy to government on marine and coastal heritage.

Interests:

• Maritime culture and heritage
• Heritage in the coastal zone
• Islands
• Heritage and Traditional Boats

Contact:
The Heritage Council,
Rothe House,
Kilkenny.
Tel: (056) 777 0777
Fax: (056) 777 0788
e-mail: mail@heritage council.ie
website: http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/index.html
web link: http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/marine/index.html

OFFICE OF PUBLIC WORKS - OPW
The Office of Public Works, formed in August 1831, is the Irish Government's principal engineering agency, responsible for restoration, conservation, town planning, public access, public buildings, the State art collection, Dublin castle, Farmleigh, government publications, election and flood services. The OPW was established to carry out a wide variety of public works, such as the construction of public buildings, roads, bridges and harbours. Note: the Marine Engineering Section of the OPW transferred to the Department of the Marine in 1987, see entry on the Department of Communications, Marine & Natural Resources. On 1st January 2004 the operational functions of Ireland’s built heritage functions transferred to the Office of Public Works (OPW). In essence, the OPW now has responsibility for the day-to-day running of all National Monuments and Historic Properties. Many millions of Irish people and foreign visitors visit the heritage sites each year to learn something of Ireland’s history and heritage. Guide services, interpretive displays and many publications and newsletters are provided to assist the visitor in this educational process. With regard to Heritage Services, the primary concern of the OPW is to protect and maintain Ireland’s heritage for future generations. The OPW also has responsibility for flooding and has commenced a total review of national flooding policy. This review will examine the way the State, local authorities and interest groups deal with the problem of flooding and will come up with suggestions how current policy can be modernized and updated.
Contact:
Office of Public Works,
51 St. Stephen's Green,
Dublin 2.
e-mail: info@opw.ie
Web: http://www.opw.ie/

ENFO
ENFO is a public service, which provides easy access to wide-ranging and authoritative information on the environment, including sustainable development. It was established in 1990 by the Department of the Environment Heritage, and Local Government. The aim is to foster increased environmental awareness and thereby facilitate a broad partnership in efforts to promote sustainable development including protection of the environment for the benefit of future generations. ENFO collects and maintains up-to-date information on all aspects of the environment and sustainable development and makes it readily available to anybody who wants it. ENFO services include:

• A range of information leaflets/fact sheets/posters on a wide variety of environmental topics;
• Query answering service, by post, phone, or e-mail - mostly a same day service if answer is on a printed leaflet, otherwise information is obtained from other sources or in the case of more complex queries the enquirer is put in direct touch with the relevant source;
• Reference Library with books, journals, reports, microfiche, computer databases, US EPA reports, online access to the Barbour Index and Murdoch's Irish Law Companion ( for Act's and SI's) ;
• Video lending for schools and environmental groups;
• Teaching resource pack lending for teachers;
• Exhibitions and exhibition lending for any interested groups;
• Group visits, talks and activity trail for visiting schools and other groups of all ages - assistance will be provided to meet the requirements of individual groups. Prior booking for groups is recommended;
• Children's Club with periodic postings of games, puzzles, colouring pictures, newsletter, etc

Contact:
ENFO
The Environmental Information Service,
St. Andrew St.,
Dublin 2. St.
Telephone: 01 888 2001
LoCall: 1890 200 191
e-mail info@enfo.ie
Web: http://www.enfo.ie/

THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF IRELAND - LEABHARLANN NÁISIÚNTA NA HÉIREANN
The National Library of Ireland is a cultural institution under the aegis of the Department of Arts, Sport and Tourism. Its mission is to collect, preserve and make available books, manuscripts and illustrative material of Irish interest. Users of the Library have a wide variety of interests. They can include those engaged in long-term research with a view to a book or article and those with a specific once off need. The National Library is open, free of charge, to all that want and need to use it. A Reader’s Ticket is necessary in order to consult most categories of material. The Library does not lend books and reading is done in the various reading rooms. There is also a copying service and it is possible to get photocopies, photographs, slides, or microfilm of most items in the collections. The Library has an ongoing programme of exhibitions. There is also a support group, the National Library of Ireland Society, which is concerned with promoting and publicising the Library. Membership is open to all those with an interest in the Library and the heritage in its care.
Contact:
The National Library of Ireland, Leabharlann Náisiúnta na hÉireann,
Kildare Street, Sráid Chill Dara,
Dublin2. Baile Átha Cliath 2.
Telephone: 01 603 02 00
Fax: 01 676 66 90
e-mail: info@nli.ie
Web: www.nli.ie

NATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHIC ARCHIVE
The National Library's photographic collections comprise approximately 300,000 photographs, the vast majority of which are Irish. While most of the collections are historical there are also some contemporary collections. Subject matter ranges from topographical views to studio portraits and from political events to early tourist photographs. The Library maintains an active collecting policy and additional material is constantly added to the collections, often by way of generous donations from various sources. The National Photographic Archive has a number of collections, which contain materials pertaining to the Coastal Zone:

• The Commissioners of Irish Lights Collection – this reflects the interest and work of the Commissioners between 1900-1905, including the construction of lighthouses.
• The ‘Morgan Collection’ - these aerial views of Ireland, which were taken during the mid-1950s by pilot Captain Alexander Morgan, provide a birds-eye view of Ireland, some of the Irish coastline.
• The Congested District Board Collection – this covers the development of the fishing industry in the west of the country and the construction of safe harbours at locations such as Killybegs.
• The Spillane Collection – a small collection, which has a few images of pollock and lobster fishing.
• The Panoramic Photograph Album – features coastal scenes around Ireland, taken in 1906.
• Lawrence, Valentine and Eason Collections – topographical collections which cover coastal areas between 1880-1960.
• John Eagle’s set of Irish Lighthouse postcards – 96 postcards covering all the lighthouses in the country, available for reference only.

The library’s online catalogue can be searched for keywords such as seascapes, beaches, ships, and harbours.
Contact:
National Photographic Archive
Meeting House Square,
Temple Bar,
Dublin 2.
Telephone: 01 60 30 371
Fax: 01 67 77 451
e-mail: photoarchive@nli.ie
Web: http://www.nli.ie/new_coll.htm

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF IRELAND – ARD-MHÚSAEM NA hÉIREANN
The National Museum of Ireland is the repository for all archaeological artefacts. The discovery of artefacts can be an important indicator of past levels of activity in an area and therefore a useful guide to the archaeological potential of a site. The National Museum in Dublin houses a national archive of antiquities cataloguing artefacts, which were found and reported between 1928 and 1995. Artefacts are catalogued by year and accession number. These archives are open to researchers through appointment only. Every person who finds any archaeological object in Ireland is bound by law, through the National Monuments Acts (1930 as amended in 1954, 1987, 1994) to make a report of such finding within four days to a member of the Gárda Síochána on duty in the district in which such object was found or to the Director of the National Museum (or designated agent of the Director). Every person who finds an archaeological object and fails without reasonable excuse to make a report of such shall be guilty of an offence under the aforementioned Acts. For the full text of the National Monuments Acts, the reader is referred to the Irish Statute Book.

Simply, if a person finds what they suspect may be an archaeological feature or artefact on the beach or foreshore, they should contact the Duty Officer at the LoCall number listed below or e-mail the museum at the antiquities section. The National Museum of Ireland - Country life is a regional section of the National Museum of Ireland and is the first branch of the National Museum to be situated outside Dublin. The museum opened to the public in September 2001. The exhibitions portray the lives of ordinary people who lived in rural Ireland in the period 1850 – 1950. Emphasis is placed on the continuity of lifestyles, which were established for several hundred years and which lasted well into the 20th century. More information can be found under the folklore section of this directory.
Contact:
National Museum of Ireland,
Kildare Street,
Dublin 2.
Telephone: 01 6777444
LoCall: 1890 687 386
Fax: 01 6777450
e-mail: marketing@museum.ie
Reporting of finds: antiquitiesdo@museum.ie
Web: http://www.museum.ie

National Museum of Ireland - Country Life,
Turlough Park,
Castlebar,
Co. Mayo.
Telephone: 094 9031773
Tel LoCall: 1890 687 386 ext. 392
Fax: 094 9031583
e-mail: tpark@museum.ie

NATIONAL ARCHIVES – CHARTLANN NÁISIÚNTA NA HÉIREANN
The National Archives holds the records of the modern Irish state which document its historical evolution and the creation of its national identity. The Electronic Records Unit (E.R.U.) is dedicated to the acquisition, management, long-term preservation and accessibility of records created in electronic systems. The mission of the National Archives is twofold:

• To secure the preservation of records relating to Ireland which warrant preservation as archives
• To ensure that appropriate arrangements are made for public access to archives

Contact:
The National Archives
Bishop Street,
Dublin 8.
Telephone: 01 407 2300
Fax: 01 407 2333
e-mail: mail@nationalarchives.ie
Web: http://www.nationalarchives.ie/index.html

MARINE INSTITUTE
The Marine Institute is Ireland's national agency with the following general functions:
"to undertake, to co-ordinate, to promote and to assist in marine research and development and to provide such services related to marine research and development, that in the opinion of the Institute will promote economic development and create employment and protect the environment." - Marine Institute Act, 1991
Ireland's marine resource is over 220 million acres – more than ten times her land area. The resource is having a growing impact on the Irish economy, currently worth well in excess of €1,000,000,000 and employing more than 32,000 people. The Marine Institute's role is twofold:

• To support existing marine businesses and related activities through the provision of key scientific services and advice and through the results of research to provide for wise management decisions to guide the on-going sustainable development of the marine resource.
• To support RTDI (research, technology, development and innovation) activity to create further employment and to underpin future innovation, growth and wealth creation in the marine area.

The Marine Institute, established under statute in 1992 has grown rapidly in the intervening period. In 2002, the Institute has a staff of 140 people, located in 11 facilities around the country. The Marine Institute provides industry and scientific services and participates in partnerships and provides access to funding. In order to perform these tasks effectively it is structured in seven service areas: Aquaculture & Catchment Management Services, Corporate Services, Fisheries Science Services, Irish Maritime Development Office, Marine Environment & Food Safety Services, Ocean Science Services and Strategic Planning & Development Services.
Contact:
Marine Institute Headquarters
Rinville,
Oran more,
Co. Galway.
Telephone: +353 (0)91 387200
Fax:+353 (0)91 387201
E-mail: institute.mail@marine.ie
Web: http://www.marine.ie

Marine Institute
Abbotstown Laboratory Complex,
Snugboro Road,
Abbotstown,
Dublin 15.
Telephone: +353 (0)1 822 8200
Facsimile: +353 (0)1 820 5078

Marine Institute
Aquaculture & Catchment Management Services,
Newport,
Co. Mayo.
Telephone: +353 (0)98 42300
Facsimile: +353 (0)98 42340

The Marine Institute has 5 regional fisheries labs:
Howth
Dunmore East
Castletownbere
Rossaveal
Killybegs

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY - EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is an independent public body established under the Environmental Protection Agency Act, 1992. The other main instruments from which it derives its mandate are the Waste Management Act, 1996, and the Protection of the Environment Act, 2003. The EPA has a wide range of functions to protect the environment. Its primary activities include:

• Environmental licensing
• Enforcement of environmental law
• Environmental planning and guidance
• Monitoring and reporting on the environmental status- air, water, waste, noise, land and soil
• Environmental research

The EPA is managed by a full time Executive Board consisting of a Director General and four Directors. Current members of the executive board are Mary Kelly, Director General, Padraic Larkin, Larry Stapleton, Dara Lynott and Laura Burke. Directors and staff of the EPA adhere to a Code of Business Conduct in undertaking their duties. An Advisory Committee, under the Chairmanship of the Director-General, meets several times a year to raise issues of concern and offer advice to the board. The EPA has organised its activities into five Offices, with each Office reporting to a Director. To view an organisational chart click here. The EPA Strategic Framework charts the direction of the organisation going forward, outlining its strategy for achieving its far-reaching goals and reiterating the Agency's mission, vision and values.

The EPA's headquarters is located in Wexford and has regional offices/inspectorates in Dublin, Cork, Kilkenny, Castlebar, Monaghan, Letterkenny, Athlone, Limerick, and Mallow. The Office of Environmental Enforcement is a new Office within the EPA dedicated to the implementation and enforcement of environmental legislation in Ireland. The core objectives of the Office of Environmental Enforcement are to bring about improved compliance with environmental legislation in Ireland and to ensure that those who flout environmental law and cause environmental pollution as a result of their actions are held to account.
Contact:
EPA Headquarters
PO Box 3000,
Johnstown Castle Estate,
Co. Wexford .
Tel: 053-60600
Fax:053-60699
Email: info@epa.ie
Website: www.epa.ie
Lo Call: 1890 335599

Regional Inspectorate
John Moore Road,
Castlebar,
Co. Mayo.
Tel: 094-9021588
Fax: 094-9021934
Regional Inspectorate
Butts Green,
Kilkenny.
Tel: 056-7722329
Fax: 056-7765085

Regional Inspectorate
McCumiskey House,
Richview,
Clonskeagh Road,
Dublin 14.
Tel: 01-268 0100
Fax: 01-268 0199

Regional Inspectorate
Inniscarra,
Co. Cork.
Tel: 021-4875540
Fax: 021-4875545

Regional Inspectorate
The Glen,
Monaghan.
Tel: 047-77600
Fax: 047-84987

Regional Offices
Annabella,
Mallow,
Co. Cork.
Tel: 022-30455

The Rectory,
Church St.
Athlone,
Co. Westmeath.
Tel: 0902-75722

Mungret College,
Mungret,
Co. Limerick.
Tel: 061-227900

11 Rosemount Lane,
Letterkenny,
Co. Donegal
Tel: 074-22274

RADIOLOGICAL PROTECTION INSTITUTE OF IRELAND - RPII
The Radiological Protection Institute of Ireland is the national organisation with regulatory, monitoring and advisory responsibilities in matters pertaining to ionising radiation. In particular the Institute concerns itself with hazards to health associated with ionising radiation and with radioactive contamination in the environment. The RPII measures radioactivity in seaweed on the east coast of Ireland. The Radiological Protection Institute of Ireland has an active research programme addressing many aspects of radiation science. Research provides a platform for the maintenance and development of expertise in the fields of radiation science, which are integral to the Institute’s activities.
Contact:
Radiological Protection Institute of Ireland (RPII)
3 Clonskeagh Square,
Clonskeagh Road,
Dublin 14.
Telephone: 01 269 77 66
Fax: 01 269 74 37.
email: rpii@rpii.ie
Web: http://www.rpii.ie

GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF IRELAND - GSI
The GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF IRELAND (GSI), founded in 1845, is the National Earth Science Agency. It is responsible for providing geological advice and information, and for the acquisition of data for this purpose. GSI produces a range of products including maps, reports and databases. It functions as a line division of the Department of Communications, Marine & Natural Resources (DCMNR) and has 50 permanent and up to 40 contract staff. Ireland's seabed area is a resource of major significance to the nation's future. The Irish National Seabed Survey (INSS), managed by the Geological Survey of Ireland (GSI) in co-operation with the Marine Institute and other strategic partners, is a first attempt to truly understand this resource.

The Irish National Seabed Survey (INSS) encompasses an area that is approximately ten times the size of Ireland's land area and represents one of the largest seabed mapping projects undertaken anywhere in the world. Maps that result from the INSS are a pre-requisite for the policy evolution, management and sustainable development of Ireland's marine resources. The INSS is primarily about acquiring baseline information to promote and encourage research in marine science. Most of Ireland's seabed is unmapped and consequently represents a large untapped resource of potential benefit to many different sectors. In authorising this survey the government recognised that Ireland must maximise the commercial opportunities presented by its marine resources and plan measures to protect the marine environment in the most effective manner possible.
Contact:
Geological Survey of Ireland
Beggars Bush,
Haddington Road,
Dublin 4.
Tel. +353-1-678 2000
Fax - 678-2549
Locall 1890-443311
http://www.gsi.ie/
http://www.gsiseabed.ie/

ORDNANCE SURVEY IRELAND - OSI
Ordnance Survey Ireland's primary product is mapping services. It produces urban, rural and tourist and leisure mapping at a variety of scales. This mapping is produced in digital form as well as on paper. In addition, the base data used to create the map series is also used to produce other products such as aerial photography and Digital Terrain Models. Ordnance Survey Ireland licenses the use of its data for a wide range of computer-based applications such as Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Contact:
Ordnance Survey Ireland, Ordanáis Suirbhéireacht Éireann,
Phoenix Park, Páirc an Fhionnuisce,
Dublin 8 Baile Átha Cliath 8
Telephone: 01-802-5300
Lo-Call: 1890-674 -627
For more contact details follow the web link: - http://www.osi.ie/contacts/us.shtml

BORD IASCAIGH MHARA - BIM
BIM is the Irish State agency with responsibility for developing the Irish Sea Fishing and Aquaculture industries. BIM was established under the Sea Fisheries Act 1952. The policies and programmes to pursue this mission are determined by the Board of BIM and are set out within the framework of the National Development Plan 2000 - 2006 ("NDP"), EU policies and available resources. A primary objective of BIM policy is to expand the volume, quality and value of output from the seafish and aquaculture sectors. BIM’s approach is to focus on the opportunities for growth in these sectors while seeking to alleviate constraints that impede development. BIM provides a range of services including advisory, financial, technical, marketing and training supports to all sectors of the Irish seafood industry. The four development divisions of BIM deliver these services through a number of integrated programmes. The programmes are funded from the Exchequer, the European Commission and charges for services.
Contact:
BIM,
P.O. Box 12,
Crofton Road,
Dun Laoghaire,
Co. Dublin.
Tel: 01-2144100
Fax: 01-2841123
Market Development; markets@bim.ie
Fax: 01-2144132

Aquaculture Development; aqua@bim.ie
Fax: 01-2841119

Fisheries Development; fishdev@bim.ie
Fax: 01-2300564

Marine Services; training@bim.ie
Fax: 01-2144254

BIM Library; library@bim.ie
Tel: 01-2144186/210

Press Office; info@bim.ie
Fax: 01-2144 255

HR Office; omahony@bim.ie
Web: http://www.bim.ie/templates/homepage.asp

ÚDARÁS NA GAELTACHTA
Ráiteas Misin
An Ghaeltacht a bhuanú agus a neartú agus an Ghaeilge a chur chun cinn ionas gur féidir le pobal láidir féinmhuiníneach forbairt chun a lánchumas a chomhlíonadh agus caighdeán ard beatha a bhaint amach.
Mission Statement
To preserve and strengthen the Gaeltacht and the Irish language so that strong, self-confident communities can emerge to achieve their full potential and enjoy a high quality of life.
Údarás na Gaeltachta combines an economic development role that of creating sustainable jobs and attracting investment to the Gaeltacht regions with community, cultural and language-development activities, working in partnership with local communities and organisations.
With its headquarters at Na Forbacha, County Galway, Údarás na Gaeltachta has regional offices in Donegal, Mayo, Kerry and Cork.

The Authority's work builds on the policies of successive governments in maintaining and developing the Gaeltacht as a vibrant community where there is a sufficient level of economic activity to sustain the community and where the language is established at the heart of that economic activity. The Board of Údarás na Gaeltachta comprises 20 members, seventeen of whom are directly elected by the electorate of the Gaeltacht, the other three, including the Chairman, being appointed by the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht affairs.
An tÚdarás has responsibility for fostering enterprise development and generating employment on six inhabited Gaeltacht islands. Additionally, marine resources are a most important potential source of employment as a large part of the Gaeltacht is coastal.
For more information on the role of Údarás na Gaeltachta in relation to heritage in the coastal zone, click here.

COMHAR, THE NATIONAL SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP
Comhar, the National Sustainable Development Partnership, was established by the Government in February 1999 as a forum for consultation and dialogue on issues related to sustainable development. Its purpose is to advance the national agenda for sustainable development, including evaluating progress and assisting in devising suitable mechanisms and to contribute to the formation of a national consensus in these matters.
Sustainable development is about achieving environmental, economic and social objectives in an integrated way. It is also about balance: between human activity and the natural resource base upon which it depends, and between the needs of people today and those of future generations. Because it is broadly based, it requires the participation of the whole of society.
Comhar’s members are drawn from a wide range of bodies, representing the State sector, economic sectors, environmental NGOs, social / community NGOs and the professional / academic sector. This broad membership reflects the three distinct aspects of sustainable development – environmental, economic and social interests. Comhar is chaired by Dr. John Bowman and is supported by a secretariat and budget provided by the Department of the Environment Heritage & Local Government. The Mission Statement agreed by the members in September 1999 states that "Comhar seeks to work in partnership to encourage sustainable development across Irish economy and society, and to advise Government on policies which support and promote sustainable development".
Contact:
Comhar
17 St. Andrew Street,
Dublin 2.
Telephone:+353 (1) 888 3990
Lo Call (1890) 200 327
Fax:+353 (1) 888 3999
e-mail: comhar@environ.ie
Web: http://www.comhar-nsdp.ie/

FÁILTE IRELAND
Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority, established under the National Tourism Development Authority Act, 2003, brings together and builds on the functions previously discharged by Bord Fáilte and CERT. The organisation provides strategic and practical support to develop and sustain Ireland as a high-quality and competitive tourist destination. In this context, our mission is broadly: "To increase the contribution of tourism to the economy by facilitating the development of a competitive and profitable tourism industry." Fáilte Ireland works in strategic partnership with tourism interests to support the industry in its efforts to be more competitive and more profitable and to help individual enterprises to enhance their performance.
Contact:
Fáilte Ireland
Baggot Street Bridge,
Dublin 2.
Telephone: 01 602 4000
LoCall: 1890 525 525
Fax: 01 855 6821
e-mail: info@failteireland.ie or
Websites: www.failteireland.ie (corporate) www.ireland.ie (consumer)

CENTRAL STATISTICS OFFICE – CSO
Since its establishment as a specialist national statistical agency in 1949 the CSO has pursued the same mandate, as set out in the Statistics Act 1993: "The collection, compilation, extraction and dissemination for statistical purposes of information relating to economic, social and general activities and conditions in the State" It is also responsible for co-ordinating official statistics of other public authorities and for developing the statistical potential of administrative records. The Office exists primarily to meet the needs of Government for quality statistical information which is a vital input to the formation, implementation and monitoring of policy and programmes at national, regional and local levels in a rapidly changing economic and social environment.
Contact:
Central Statistics Office
Skehard Road,
Cork.
Telephone: 021-4535000
Fax: 021-4535555
LoCall: 1890 313 414
e-mail: webmaster@cso.ie
Web: http://www.cso.ie/

MET ÉIREANN
Met Éireann is the Irish National Meteorological Service and is attached to the Department of the Environment, Heritage, and Local Government. It is the leading provider of weather information and related services for Ireland. The Marine Unit has responsibilities in the areas of forecasting, climatology, observations and liaising with national and international bodies in the marine area. Long term daily series of temperature and precipitation including four Irish meteorological stations together with time series plots are available from the European Climate Assessment & Dataset website. ECA&D is initiated by the European Climate Support Network ECSN, and is supported by the Network of European Meteorological Services EUMETNET.
Contact:
Met Éireann Headquarters
Glasnevin Hill,
Dublin 9.
Telephone: 01 8064200
Fax: +353 1 8064247
e-mail: met.eireann@met.ie
Web: http://www.met.ie/

RADIO TELEFÍS ÉIREANN - RTÉ
Radio Telefís Éireann (RTÉ) is the Irish Public Service Broadcasting Organisation. A statutory corporation, it provides a comprehensive service on radio (since 1926) and on television (since 1961), and a large range of other services including publishing, performing groups and transmission. The RTÉ Libraries & Archives contain a valuable resource in audio and visual format on natural and cultural heritage in the marine and coastal zone. The archives are accessible commercially. The enquirer is informed of the fee involved and/or copyright restrictions. More information can be obtained on RTÉ's website.
Contact:
Radio Telefís Éireann
Donnybrook,
Dublin 4.
Telephone: 01 2083111
Web: - http://www.rte.ie

TG4
TG4 is a national public service television channel, which has been on air since 1996. The daily Irish language programme schedule is its core service: over seven hours of innovative quality programming in Irish supported by a wide range of material in other languages. TG4 Archives contain a valuable resource in visual format on natural and cultural heritage in the marine and coastal zone. As is usual with television programmes, access to the TG4 archive content is constrained by copyright and other rights arrangements. More information on the TG4 archive can be sought by contacting TG4 at the following address.
Contact:
TG4
Baile na hAbhann,
Co. na Gaillimhe.
Telephone: 091 505050
Fax: 091 505021
e-mail: eolas@tg4.ie
Web: - http://www.tg4.ie

LOCAL AUTHORITIES
Clare County Council – http://www.clare.ie
Cork City Council – http://www.corkcorp.ie
Cork County Council – http://www.corkcoco.ie
Donegal County Council – http://www.donegal.ie
Dublin City Council – http://www.dublincity.ie
Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council – http://www.dlrcoco.ie
Fingal County Council – http://www.fingalcoco.ie
Galway City Council – http://www.galwaycity.ie
Galway County Council – http://www.galway.ie
Kerry County Council – http://www.kerrycoco.ie
Leitrim County Council – http://www.leitrimcoco.ie
Louth County Council – http://www.louthcoco.ie
Mayo County Council – http://www.mayococo.ie
Meath County Council – http://www.meath.ie
Sligo Borough Council – http://www.sligoborough.ie
Sligo County Council – http://www.sligococo.ie
Waterford City Council – http://www.waterfordcity.ie
Waterford County Council – http://www.waterfordcoco.ie
Wexford County Council – http://www.wexford.ie
Wicklow County Council – http://www.wicklow.ie

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OTHER ORGANISATIONS
AN TAISCE
An Taisce - 'The Store House, or Treasury' is The National Trust for Ireland and was established in 1948. An Taisce’s policies reflect the core belief that a high quality environment is central to Ireland achieving a successful and sustainable economy, as well as a high quality of life. An Taisce seeks to educate, inform and lead public opinion on the environment; and to advocate and influence policy at European, national and local levels. This remit is an interconnected approach to promoting environmental issues and sustainable development that revolves around three core actions; education, advocacy and heritage ownership. An Taisce is a Prescribed Body under the Planning Acts and the only one which is independent of the State. Local Authorities are obliged to consult An Taisce on a vast array of development proposals and consequently our range of expertise extends across Ireland's natural, built and social heritage. An Taisce headquarters is based in Tailors' Hall, Dublin, a restored early eighteenth century Guild Hall. It has a professional staff of 17 people and a membership of over 5,000 spread among 20 local associations around the country.
Contact:
An Taisce
Tailor’s Hall,
Back Lane,
Dublin 8.
Telephone: 01 4541786
Fax: 01 4533255
e-mail: info@antaisce.org
Web: http://www.antaisce.org
Regional Contacts can be found at: http://www.antaisce.org/yourarea/contacts.html

BAT CONSERVATION IRELAND - BCI
Bat Conservation Ireland is an organisation dedicated to the conservation of bats in Ireland. Regional and county bat groups come under the umbrella of BCI. Any queries on bats in the marine and coastal zone in the country can be addressed to BCI.
Contact:
Web: http://www.batconservationireland.org/

BIRDWATCH IRELAND - BWI
BirdWatch Ireland (BWI) is the trading name of the Irish Wildbird Conservancy (IWC) formed in 1968. It is the leading voluntary conservation organisation in Ireland, devoted to the conservation and protection of Ireland's wild birds and their habitats. A registered charity supported almost entirely from membership subscriptions, donations, grants and sponsorship, BWI has over 10,000 active members and supporters, and a network of 20 branches throughout the country actively promoting the importance of birds and habitats, and general conservation issues. BWI is the Birdlife International partner in Ireland, participating in worldwide conservation efforts.
Contact:
BirdWatch Ireland
Rockingham House,
Newcastle,
Co. Wicklow.
Telephone: 01 - 2819878
Fax: 01 - 2819763
e-mail: info@birdwatchireland.org
Web: http://www.birdwatchireland.ie

COASTWATCH EUROPE NETWORK
Coastwatch Europe is an international network of environmental groups, universities and other educational establishments, who in turn work with local groups and individuals around the coast of Europe. Common aims are: protection and sustainable use of our coastal resources; informed public participation in environmental planning and management, including Coastal zone management (CZM). Over ten thousand volunteers across Europe carry out the annual Coastwatch survey. The area covered is nearly 10,000 kilometres of coastline ranging from Norwegian Fjords to Greek islands and even the shores of the Black Sea.
Contact:
Karen Dubsky
COASTWATCH EUROPE NETWORK,
Civil and Environmental Engineering,
Trinity College Dublin,
Dublin 2, Ireland.
Telephone: 055 25843
Fax: 055 25842
e-mail: dubsky@iol.ie
Web: http://www.iol.ie/~dubsky/cwe/

COASTAL & MARINE RESOURCES CENTRE - CMRC
The Coastal & Marine Resources Centre (CMRC) was formally established in September of 1994. The CMRC represents a multi disciplinary group within University College Cork (UCC), which has arisen from a strong tradition in academic research, education, training and consultancy. The interdisciplinary nature of the research projects carried out at the CMRC, calls for expertise from a variety of disciplines to facilitate understanding of the complex coastal environment. The CMRC employs scientists and students, with diverse backgrounds in biology, computer science, hydrography, marine geology, environmental management, GIS and remote sensing, fisheries management, geomorphology.
Contact:
Coastal & Marine Resources Centre
ERI,
University College Cork
Naval Base,
Haulbowline,
Cobh,
Co. Cork
Telephone: 021 4703100
Fax: 021 4703132
Web: http://cmrc.ucc.ie

COMMISSIONERS OF IRISH LIGHTS - CIL
The Commissioners of Irish Lights are the General Lighthouse Authority for all of Ireland, its adjacent seas and islands. CIL's Vision Statement is to deliver a reliable, efficient and cost effective ‘Aids to Navigation’ (AtoN) service for the benefit and safety of all Mariners. In addition, there is an obligation on CIL to inspect and approve the AtoN systems and to audit the subsequent management of AtoNs provided by Ports and local Lighthouse Authorities. For more information on Port Authorities, click here.
Contact:
Commissioners of Irish Lights, 16 Lower Pembroke Street, Dublin 2.
Telephone: 01 6321900
Fax: 01 6321946
e-mail: info@cil.ie
Web: http://www.cil.ie

CONAMARA ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTRE
CEEC is a voluntary organisation set up in 1984 to help put a greater focus on the need for high quality environmental education, to re-establish closer links between community and landscape, and to celebrate our heritage. CEEC runs courses and also the Youth in Action Project, which is a community based rsponse to the needs of young people of north and west Conamara.
Contact:
Leo Hallissey
Conamara Environmental Education Centre,
Letterfrack,
Conamara,
Co. Galway.
Telephone: 095 41034 / 43443
Fax: 095 41112

CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS IRELAND
CVI is a conservation organisation which aims to protect and enhance Ireland’s national and cultural heritage through practical projects, training courses and education programmes. Conservation Volunteers' greatest resource is people, the thousands of volunteers throughout the country who wish to help in the most practical way of all on the ground. By channelling this energy effectively though training, education and actual involvement - Conservation Volunteers provides a unique service.
Contact:
Conservation Volunteers Ireland,
Steward's House,
Rathfarnham Castle,
Dublin 14
Telephone: 01 4952878
Fax: 01 4952879
e-mail: info@cvi.ie
Web: http://www.cvi.ie

DISCOVERY PROGRAMME
The Discovery Programme is a limited company funded from the National Lottery through the Heritage Council. It aims to enhance understanding Ireland’s past through an integrated programme of archaeological and related research and to disseminate the results of such research. The Discovery Programme carries out its tasks by establishig major research projects. An example of the project types carried out is that of a study on the great stone forts along the western seaboard. Archaeological features specific to the intertidal area relate to historical practices such as fishing, e.g. fish traps. Fish traps have been recorded at several locations around Ireland and were constructed either from stone or wood. Fish traps were the most common feature recorded in the upper reaches of the Shannon Estuary and the Fergus Estuary, Co. Clare by Dr. Aidan O’Sullivan of the Discovery Project (O’Sullivan, 2001). This Shannon Estuary Survey was the first attempt to investigate coastal wetland and foreshore archaeology in the Republic of Ireland. For more information on this survey, see the section on Intertidal Archaeology.
Contact:
Discovery Programme
13-15 Lr. Hatch St.,
Dublin 2.
Telephone: 01 6613111
Fax: 01 6610892
e-mail: discovry@iol.ie
Web: http://www.discoveryprogramme.ie

ECO-UNESCO
ECO-UNESCO specialises in environmental education and environmental youth work. It is a non-profit organisation providing practical environmental education services to young people, youth groups, schools and interested individuals. ECO-UNESCO develops programmes of events, workshops and activities for young people to build environmental awareness and knowledge of our environment. ECO-UNESCO works closely with young people in schools, youth groups and youth services and provides practical advice to teachers, educators, youth workers, parents and youth and community organisations on environmental programmes and projects.
Contact:
ECO-UNESCO
26 Clare Street,
Dublin 2
Telephone: 01 662 5491
Fax: 01 662 5493
Email: ecounesco@eircom.net or info@ecounesco.ie
Web: http://www.ecounesco.ie

FRIENDS OF THE EARTH IRELAND
Friends of the Earth Ireland works with others to create a sustainable community both in Ireland and globally; societies where people have decided to build the conditions for everyone to enjoy a dignified existence and good livelihood while not impinging on the rights of others to achieve a good life. The sustainable societies sought will conserve a diverse planet, steward resources and improve conditions for both current and future generations.
Contact:
Friends of the Earth Ireland
22 South Great George’s St.,
Dublin 2.
Telephone: 01 6794178
Fax: 01 6795409
e-mail: info@foe.ie
Web: http://www.foe.ie

FRIENDS OF THE IRISH ENVIRONMENT
Friends of the Irish Environment is a network created by conservationists in Ireland in order to monitor the full implementation of European environmental law, to work for changes in the Irish planning laws, and to pursue concerns and cases in both the built and the natural environment
Contact: Web: http://www.friendsoftheirishenvironment.org

THE INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE ASSOCIATION OF IRELAND - IHAI
The Industrial Heritage Association of Ireland (IHAI) was established in June 1996 to foster a greater understanding and appreciation of the many thousands of sites, monuments and items of machinery which together constitute our industrial heritage. The IHAI is administered by a Council made up of individuals who have a wide range of interests and specialities in the subject.
Contact:
The Industrial Heritage Association of Ireland,
c/o Ron Cox,
Company Secretary & Membership,
Centre for Civil Engineering Heritage,
Museum Building,
Trinity College,
Dublin 2.
Telephone: 01 6082544
e-mail: rcox@tcd.ie
Web: http://www.steam-museum.ie

INSTITUTE FOR THE CONSERVATION OF HISTORIC AND ARTISTIC WORKS IN IRELAND
The Institute for the Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works in Ireland promotes the preservation and conservation of historic and artistic works. It organises courses and awards and its publications include, ‘Preserving the Cultural Heritage: An Holistic Approach’ and ‘Caring for Collections: A Manual of Preventive Conservation’.
Contact:
The Institute for the Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works in Ireland
4 Castle St.,
Dublin 2.
Telephone: 01 4763801
e-mail: ichawi@eircom.net
Web: http://www.conservation-ireland.org

INSTITUTION OF ENGINEERS OF IRELAND HERITAGE SOCIETY
The society organises lectures from October to March of engineering heritage interest.
Contact:
Dr. Ron Cox
Centre for Civil Engineering Heritage,
Museum building,
Trinity College,
Dublin 2.
Telephone: 01 6082544
Fax: 01 6773072
e-mail: rcox@tcd.ie
Web: http://www.iei.ie

IRISH ASSOCIATION FOR QUATERNARY STUDIES - IQUA
The Irish Quaternary Association (IQUA) is a voluntary organisation comprising academics, amateurs, governmental and industrial partners with an interest in Irish landscape change during the most recent period of Earth history (the Quaternary). Its members have a diverse range of interests including agriculture, archaeology, climatology, ecology, engineering, geography, geology and hydrology. IQUA aims to promote Quaternary studies in Ireland through its publications, and the organisation of field meetings and conferences. It represents a unique pool of expertise in climate and landscape change capable of providing critical information on past and present Earth surface processes. It is also an ideal forum for the exchange of information between scientists, managers and interest groups concerned with the many contemporary issues associated with future climate change.
Contact:
Prof. Peter Coxon
Department of Geography,
Museum Building,
Trinity College,
Dublin 2.
Telephone: 01 608 1213
e-mail: pcoxon@tcd.ie
Web: http://www.tcd.ie/Geography/IQUA/Index.htm

IRISH BIOGEOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY
The aims of this society are to encourage and implement the following objectives: the recording and study of the distribution of the Irish flora and fauna; to encourage an interest in biological recording and ecological studies in Ireland, by organising field trips, courses, lectures and by other means; to issue and publish information on the Irish flora and fauna; and to facilitate the exchange of information with other interested groups. The society publishes an annual bulletin.
Contact:
Irish Biogeographical Society
c/o National Museum of Ireland,
Kildare Street,
Dublin 2
Telephone: (01) 6777444
Fax: (01) 6766116

IRISH GEOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION
The IGA is an Ireland-wide group catering for all geologists, whether professional, student or amateur. It organises lectures, fieldtrips and other activities throughout Ireland.
Contact:
Irish Geological Association
c/o Department of Geology,
UCD,
Belfield,
Dublin 4.
e-mail: susan.pyne@ucd.ie
Web: http://www.ucd.ie/geology/IGA

IRISH GEORGIAN SOCIETY – IRELAND’S ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE SOCIETY
The Society aims to encourage an interest in and to promote the conservation of distinguished examples of architecture and the allied arts of all periods in Ireland. These aims are achieved by education and grants, planning participation, membership and fundraising.
Contact:
Irish Georgian Society
74 Merrion Sq.,
Dublin 2.
Telephone: 01 676 7053
e-mail: info@igs.ie
Web: http://www.irish-architecture.com/igs

IRISH LANDMARK TRUST
As a charitable organisation, the mission of The Irish Landmark Trust is to save Irish heritage properties at risk of being lost through neglect or inappropriate intervention. The Landmark Trust seeks grants and fundraises to conserve and restore smaller buildings of architectural and cultural significance in Ireland. It aims to promote a wider public appreciation of built Irish heritage by giving the restored properties a useful and viable function as self catering holiday accommodation, thus securing their long term future. A wide and contrasting group of self-catering properties are situated, often in very beautiful surroundings, throughout the island of Ireland, e.g. lighthouses, cottages, castles, gate lodges.
Contact:
Irish Landmark Trust
25 Eustace Street,
Temple Bar,
Dublin 2.
Telephone: 01 6704733
Fax: 01 6704887
e-mail: info@irishlandmark.com
Web: http://www.irishlandmark.com

IRISH MUSEUMS ASSOCIATION
The IMA was founded in 1977 at an ICOM Ireland meeting in Malahide Castle, Co. Dublin. It is a voluntary, not for profit association dedicated to promoting the interests of museums and those who work in them throughout Ireland, both north and south. In the autumn of each year, the Association elects a voluntary committee to oversee its activities. Since 8th June 2004 the IMA has been a limited company, with the Committee members now Directors of the company. The IMA organises an annual seminar in February each year at which a theme of relevance to those working in Irish museums is debated. It is also an opportunity for members of the Irish museums community to meet, network and get to know each other. It publishes the annual journal Museum Ireland containing information, review articles and critical discussion pieces. It publishes a Newsletter twice a year containing news of developments and events in the Irish museum world.
Contact:
IMA Secretary
Pearse Museum,
St Enda's Park,
Grange Road,
Rathfarnham,
Dublin 16.
Telephone: 087 2790518
e-mail: office@irishmuseums.org
Web: http://www.irishmuseums.org

IRISH PEATLAND CONSERVATION COUNCIL - IPCC
The Irish Peatland Conservation Council is an environmental charity dedicated to the conservation of a representative sample of the different peatland types in Ireland, their heritage and wildlife. Conservation work involves conserving peatland habitats and their unique wildlife and informing and educating the public.
Contact:
Irish Peatland Conservation Council
Comhairle Chaomhnaithe Phortaigh na hÉireann
Lullymore,
Rathangan,
Co Kildare
Telephone: 045 860133
e-mail: bogs@ipcc.ie
Web: http://www.ipcc.ie

IRISH UNDERWATER COUNCIL – COMHAIRLE FO THUINN – CFT
The Irish Underwater Council was founded 40 years ago to organise and promote sport scuba diving and snorkelling in Ireland. At the time there were six clubs and the sport has expanded over the years to the extent that there are 86 clubs today distributed all over Ireland. The Council is administered by an Executive Committee comprising the directors of the organisation who are assisted by four commissions: Technical, Medical, Sporting & Scientific. The scientific commission promotes underwater biology and archaeology by organising courses on marine identification and co-operating with the Nautical Archaeology Society and the Irish Maritime Archaeology Society. Irish scuba divers are active in their community and voluntarily man the recompression chamber in Galway, provide teams for underwater searches when requested and provide rescue cover for water events like the Liffey descent by canoe. CFT divers have assisted the national museum by carrying out surveys at underwater archaeological sites. Sport divers are encouraged not to remove items, either animal plant or objects from the sea floor as outlined in their code of conduct for divers.
Contact:
Irish Underwater Council
78A Patrick Street,
Dun Laoghaire,
Co. Dublin.
Telephone: 01 2844601
Fax: 01 2844602

Scientific Commission
Maritime Archaeology: Eoghan Kieran – eoghan@mooregroup.ie
Marine Ecology: Dr. Silvana Acevedo - Silvana.acevedo@nuigalway.ie
e-mail: : hq@irishunderwatercouncil.com
Web: http://www.scubaireland.com

IRISH SEAL SANCTUARY
The Irish Seal Sanctuary is a voluntary, registered charity whose objectives are: the conservation and protection of wildlife, especially seals and the marine environment; to provide shelter, rehabilitation and preperation for release of rescued wildlife; to cultivate understanding and concern for wildlife, through practical action; to conduct non-invasive research in persuit of the foregoing objectives; to oppose cruelty and captivity; to provide sanctuary in Ireland for for cruelty and casualty victims and to channel Irish support for other such initiatives abroad.
Contact:
Irish Seal Sanctuary
An Clochán,
Tobergregan,
Garristown,
Co. Dublin
Telephone: 01 8354370
e-mail: newsletter@irishsealsanctuary.ie
Web: http://www.irishsealsanctuary.ie

IRISH SEAWEED CENTRE
The Irish Seaweed Centre commits itself to initiating seaweed research projects, disseminating information regarding seaweed uses and applications and supporting and developing coastal communities based on the sustainable seaweed resource. In addition it will: source funds for seaweed research projects; apply for, participate and assist in seaweed research projects; strengthen existing linkages and develop new alliances with research centres, development agencies and industry; provide technical support to industry and promote the use of seaweed in its many and various applications. This Irish Seaweed website site has a lot of information on all aspects of seaweeds and marine algal biology. Information on all aspects of seaweeds and marine algae is included under "Teaching". This includes some very simple information on the basic kinds of marine algae and some material on algae in general. AlgaeBase is a database of information on algae that includes terrestrial, marine and freshwater organisms. At present, the data for the marine algae, particularly seaweeds, are the most complete.
Contact:
Dr Stefan Kraan,
Irish Seaweed Centre,
Martin Ryan Marine Science Institute,
National University of Ireland,
Galway.
Telephone: 091 512241 or 512022
Fax: 091 750539
email: Stefan.kraan@nuigalway.ie
Web: http://www.irishseaweed.com

Prof. M.D. Guiry,
Telephone: 091-524411
email: Michael.guiry@nuigalway.ie
Web: http://www.seaweed.ie
AlgaeBase: http://www.algaebase.org

The Irish Seaweed Industry Organisation (ISIO)
Chairman Ross Campbell
CyberColloids
Strand farm,
Currabinny,
Carrigaline,
County Cork.
Telephone: 021-4370903

IRISH WHALE AND DOLPHIN GROUP - IWDG
The Irish Whale and Dolphin Group is dedicated to the conservation and better understanding of cetaceans (whales, dolphins and porpoise) in Irish waters. The Group was founded in 1990 to establish an Irish stranding and sighting scheme and to campaign for the declaration of Irish territorial waters as a whale and dolphin sanctuary. Just one year later in June 1991 the Irish Government declared all Irish waters to be a whale and dolphin sanctuary, the first of its kind in Europe. The current focus of the IWDG is to promote better understanding of Irish cetaceans through education and research. The IWDG does this through: a sightings scheme, whereby members of the public, birdwatchers, skippers, captains, deck- hands, surfers, divers, pilots and whale-watchers can report any sightings of whales, dolphins or porpoises in Irish waters, for more information click here; a strandings scheme, where if members of the public come across a dead stranded whale anywhere in Ireland they can report it to the IWDG, zoologists from University College Cork will carry out a post-mortem on reported animals wherever possible, for more information click here, and through education; the IWDG organises talks, walks and exhibitions at various times and in various locations during the year.
Contact:
Dr. Simon Berrow
IWDG,
Merchant's Quay,
Kilrush,
Co. Clare.
Telephone: 086 8545450
e-mail: enquiries@iwdg.ie
Web: http://www.iwdg.ie

IRISH WILDLIFE TRUST - IWT
The Irish Wildlife Trust is dedicated to conserving Ireland's wildlife and habitats through a number of different approaches including: campaigning and lobbying; education; research; restoring and rehabilitating natural habitats which otherwise would be neglected; providing conservation services and training; participating in and contributing to national and international fora for the protection of biodiversity; working in co-operation with other environmental organisations towards the common goal of conservation; consulting with industry, agriculture and development to ensure conservation of our natural heritage; working to ensure the favourable conservation status of our protected areas by highlighting transgressions before the national and European court systems; working with local authorities in drafting policy and codes of best practice to ensure conservation of our natural heritage.
Contact:
Irish Wildlife Trust,
Sigmund Business Centre,
93A Lagan Road,
Dublin Industrial Estate,
Glasnevin,
Dublin 11.
Telephone: 01 8602839
Fax: 01 8308914
e-mail: iwt@eircom.net
Web: http://www.iwt.ie/index.php

LANDSCAPE ALLIANCE IRELAND
Landscape Alliance Ireland is an informal partnership of individuals, non-governmental organisations, representative organisations and public officials, committed to quality in our shared landscape, present and future and to the view that landscape must be considered in its totality: urban, suburban and rural rather than the present almost universal piecemeal approach. Objectives include providing a platform for open, broad-based discussion on all dimensions of landscape quality, stimulating and encouraging such discussion and debate and thus ensuring that concerns, problems and solutions relating to landscape management are brought to the notice of those who exercise control over, or are involved in any way, with landscape change.
Contact:
Old Abbey Gardens,
Waterfall,
Cork.
Telephone: 021 4871460
Fax: 021 4872503
e-mail: lai.link@indigo.ie
Web: http://www.landscape-forum-ireland.com

ROYAL IRISH ACADEMY - RIA
The Royal Irish Academy, the academy for the sciences and humanities for the whole of Ireland promotes excellence in scholarship, recognises achievements in learning, direct research programmes and undertakes its own research projects, particularly in areas relating to Ireland and its heritage. An area of particular interest with reference to the coastal zone is the New Survey of Clare Island. In this period of global environmental change, there is a critical need for baseline surveys in unpolluted environments, against which future changes can be measured. Clare Island, with its location on the extreme Atlantic fringe of Europe - an island off an island - represents an important habitat with a pure and pristine environment that can be used as a baseline monitoring site for the rest of the sub-continent. In many ways, this beautiful island is a microcosm of all that is the west of Ireland: unpolluted, yet sensitive to fundamental global changes. More information on the survey can be found by clicking here.
Contact:
Royal Irish Academy,
19 Dawson Street,
Dublin 2.
Telephone: 01 6762570
Fax: 01 6762346
Email: info@ria.ie
Web: http://www.ria.ie

SHERKIN ISLAND MARINE STATION
The year 2000 saw Sherkin Island Marine Station celebrating its Silver Jubilee. Run by Matt Murphy and his family, the Station was founded in 1975 by Matt Murphy and his late wife, Eileen. Sherkin Island is situated one-and-a-quarter miles off the southwest coast of Ireland, offshore from the fishing village of Baltimore. The Marine Station is located on the northwest end of the island on 16 acres. The Station originated in 1975 from a small laboratory of 140 sq. ft. to a now large complex of 5 laboratories, aquarium, Natural History Museum and a library of some 100,000 books, journals, reports, reprints, together with an herbarium of plants and seaweeds. The aims of the Station are: to establish baseline data on the marine life of the coastline from Cork Harbour and Bantry Bay and to record the natural changes in the plant and animal communities; to raise the level of awareness of the marine environment in Ireland and the potential of the sea to create jobs; to help introduce young people to nature via Sherkin Comment, its quarterly environmental newspaper and an annual exhibition in Cork City. Sherkin Island Marine Station now organises the major environmental conference in Ireland every November. Since 1975 the Station has organised 32 conferences and workshops on the mainland and the island.
Contact:
Matt Murphy
Sherkin Island Marine Station,
Sherkin Island,
Co. Cork.
Telephone: 028 20187
Fax: 028 20407
Email: sherkinmarine@eircom.net
Web: http://sherkinmarine.ie

TAIGHDE MARA TEO - MARICULTURAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Taighde Mara Teo was established in 1981 as a Marine Resource Research and Development Company. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Údarás na Gaeltachta. Its main office is at Carna, Co. Galway and it has regional offices in the Donegal, Mayo and Kerry Gaeltachts. Taighde Mara Teo’s function is to promote, assist and meet the requirements of all sectors of a rapidly growing Aquaculture industry in Gaeltacht areas. Priority is given to research and development work in which economic parameters are evaluated in tandem with research targets so that technical and commercial viability is accurately quantified. Taighde Mara Teo believes that the Gaeltacht coastal areas have a significant natural endowment in terms of water quality, coastline characteristics, traditional skills and natural stocks, and therefore is ideally suited to the Aquaculture industry. The company believes that Aquaculture development in such areas has considerable potential for sustainable job creation and income generation and is compatible with the traditional lifestyle and environment of the region.
Contact:
Mark Norman, Manager
Taighde Mara Teo,
Carna,
Co. Galway
Telephone: 095 32225
Fax: 095 32300
e-mail: mnorman@taighde.ie
Web: http://www.taighde.ie/

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This section provides a list of local organisations involved in natural and cultural heritage with regard to the marine and coastal zone in the Republic of Ireland. Local organisations are listed alphabetically by coastal county. The list of local organisations is not inclusive and the inclusion of a group in the listing is not an endorsement by the authors or the Heritage Council.

CO. CLARE
BURRENBEO
BURREN WILDLIFE SYMPOSIUM
CLARE ARCHAEOLOGICAL & HISTORICAL SOCIETY
NORTH CLARE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
SHANNON ARCHAEOLOGICAL & HISTORICAL SOCIETY
SHANNON DOLPHIN AND WILDLIFE FOUNDATION

CO. CORK
ARDMORE LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
BANTRY HISTORICAL & ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
BEARA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
BERE ISLAND MARTELLO TOWER COMMITTEE
BERE ISLAND TOURISM & ENVIRONMENT GROUP
CAPE CLEAR INTERNATIONAL STORY TELLING FESTIVAL
CAPECLEAR TOURISM & ENVIRONMENT GROUP
CARRIGALINE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION
CLONAKILTY HISTORY GROUP
COBH MUSEUM
COOMHOLA SALMON TRUST
CORK COUNTY BAT GROUP
CORK ENVIRONMENTAL FORUM
CORK HARBOUR DEVELOPMENT LTD.
CORK HISTORICAL & ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
CUMANN IARSMALANN CHLEIRE
GREAT ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY
KILCROHANE HISTORY AND HERITAGE GROUP
KINSALE DISTRICT LOCAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
MIZEN PENINSULA ARCHAEOLOGICAL & HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PASSAGE WEST AREA DEV. & ENVIRONMENT ASSOC.
SIRIUS ARTS CENTRE
SKIBBEREEN AND DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
YOUGHAL HERITAGE SOCIETY

CO. DONEGAL
BLUESTACK ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP
DONEGAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
FORT DUNREE MILITARY MUSEUM
GRÚPA CARNABHAL COSA MEATA
INISHOWEN MARITIME MUSEUM

CO. DUBLIN
DUBLIN CITY
AN ÓIGE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP
BALBRIGGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
CLONTARF HISTORICAL SOCIETY
COMBINED RESIDENTS OF RINGSEND & IRISHTOWN
DUBLIN ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
DUBLIN CITY COMMUNITY FORUM
DUBLIN NATURALISTS FIELD CLUB
LOUGH SHINNY & RUSH HISTORICAL SOCIETY
DUN-LAOGHAIRE-RATHDOWN COUNTY
BALLINTEER FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY
BALLYBRACK & KILLANEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN HERITAGE SOCIETY
DUN LAOGHAIRE BOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY

FINGAL COUNTY
FINGAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
MALAHIDE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
SKERRIES HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CO. GALWAY
ACADAMH NA HOLLSCOLAÍOCHTA GAEILGE, CARNA
ACADAMH NA HOLSCOLAÍOCHTA GAEILGE, NUIG
ÁRAS ÉANNA
CAOILTE BREATHNACH
GALWAY ARCHAEOLOGICAL & HISTORICAL SOCIETY
GALWAY CITY PARTNERSHIP
GALWAY COUNTY HERITAGE FORUM
INISHBOFIN HERITAGE MUSEUM
IONAD ARANN
MNÁ FIONTARACHA
OLD GALWAY SOCIETY

CO. KERRY
CUMANN LUACHRA
KERRY ARCHAEOLOGICAL & HISTORICAL SOCIETY
VALENTIA HERITAGE SOCIETY

CO. LEITRIM
CAVAN LEITRIM ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS NETWORK
LEITRIM COMMUNITY FORUM

CO. LOUTH
CLOGHERHEAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
DARVER HISTORICAL RESEARCH GROUP
LOUTH ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
LOUTH COMMUNITY FORUM
OLD DROGHEDA SOCIETY
OLD DUNDALK SOCIETY

CO. LIMERICK
IRISH PALATINE SOCIETY
KNOCKFIERNA HERITAGE & FORKLORE GROUP
LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
LOUGH GUR DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
NEWCASTLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
NEWCASTLE WEST HISTORICAL SOCIETY
RATHKEALE LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
THOMOND ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY

CO. MAYO
NORTH MAYO HISTORICAL & ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
WESTPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CO. SLIGO
BALLYMOTE HERITAGE GROUP
THE SLIGO COUNTY COMMUNITY FORUM

CO. WATERFORD
WATERFORD HISTORICAL & ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY

CO. WEXFORD
WEXFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CO. WICKLOW
ARKLOW HISTORICAL SOCIETY
BRAY CUALANN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
ENNISKERRY HISTORY SOCIETY
FRIENDS OF HISTORIC RATHDOWN
GREYSTONES ARCHAEOLOGICAL & HISTORICAL SOCIETY
WICKLOW HERITAGE FORM
WICKLOW HISTORICAL SOCIETY


CO. CLARE
BURRENBEO
Burrenbeo is the interactive interpretative centre of the Burren. The name burrenbeo loosely translates as 'Burren alive' or 'The living Burren', and was chosen to reflect the life that exists in what is sometimes mistakenly referred to as a barren wilderness. Burrenbeo.com hopes to bring the Burren to life for the interested visitor through the provision of thorough, well-researched information presented in an accessible, colourful and entertaining format. Burrenbeo.com, in conjunction with other initiatives, will work to enhance awareness and pride within the local community for the priceless resource that is the Burren, and to promote its sustainable future management and use. A dedicated visitor section is provided to facilitate and inform the prospective Burren visitor and encourage more environmentally and socially responsible tourism. Burrenbeo is a 'not-for-profit' project. This site is dedicated to the people of the Burren, in particular the farming community, whose critical contribution over many Millennia to the creation and sustenance of the Burren's heritage has been poorly understood and scarcely appreciated. The future of the Burren lies in their hands.
Contact:
Web: http://www.burrenbeo.com

BURREN WILDLIFE SYMPOSIUM
An educational group organising 2 weekend symposia each year, on wildlife, flora, archaeology, history, etc. with a Burren theme. The group meet in Fanore and holds an AGM in May.
Contact
Mr. Adrian Glasgow, Ms Catriona Carroll and Mr John Considine, Hon. Directors,
Wildlife Symposium Secretary,
The Admirals Rest, Fanore, Co. Clare.
Telephone: 065 - 7076105 and 069-61288
e-mail: jconsidi@eircom.net
Web: http://www.clarelibrary.ie/eolas/cominfo/club_soc/environment/burren_wildlife_symp.htm

CLARE ARCHAEOLOGICAL & HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Society promotes of the study of matters of archaeological and historical interest and assists the identification and preservation of objects of archaeological interest in County Clare. The Society hosts lectures every 2nd Monday at the Riches of Clare Museum and holds an AGM in December.
Contact:
Ms. Mary Kearns Eileen, Hon. Secretary,
Ballycarroll, Barefield, Ennis, Co. Clare.
Telephone: 065 6822464
e-mail: ennisfriary@ealga.ie
Web: http://www.clarelibrary.ie/eolas/cominfo/club_soc/historical/clare_archaeological_.htm

NORTH CLARE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Local history, folklore and archaeology group. The group organises monthly lectures during the winter season, on topics of local interest on the North Clare area. The group meets on the last Monday of month: Sept – March and hold an AGM in April.
Contact:
Ms. Maura O'Loughlin, Secretary
Carrowmanagh, Kilshanny, Co. Clare.
Telephone: 065 7071861
Web: http://www.clarelibrary.ie/eolas/cominfo/club_soc/historical/north_clare_historical_society.htm

SHANNON ARCHAEOLOGICAL & HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Society organises outings during the summer and lectures during the winter. They hold meetings on the 2nd Sunday and 4th Wednesday of each month from May to September.
Contact:
Miss Lal Quinn, Secretary,
Samur, Showgrounds Road, Ennis, Co. Clare.
Telephone: 065 6824147
e-mail:quinnmary87@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.clarelibrary.ie/eolas/cominfo/club_soc/historical/shannon_archaeological_.htm

SHANNON DOLPHIN AND WILDLIFE FOUNDATION
The Shannon Dolphin and Wildlife Foundation (SDWF) was established in March 2000 to formulate and implement a plan for the development of sustainable dolphin watching in the Shannon Region.
The Foundations objectives included:
1..to maintain the dolphin population in a favourable conservation status,
2 to raise public awareness of dolphins and the marine environment,
3 to increase volume and value of dolphin-watching visitors,
4 to integrate dolphin-watching with eco-tourism activities in the region.
In October 2003 the SDWF were granted charitable status (CHY 15127) to " develop and provide educational awareness and conservation of the Shannon dolphins and other wildlife in the region".
Contact:
Dr. Simon Berrow, Project Manager
Shannon Dolphin and Wildlife Foundation,
Merchants Quay, Kilrush, Co. Clare.
Telephone: 065 9052326
Fax: 065 - 9052326
E-mail: info@shannondolphins.ie
Website: http://www.shannondolphins.ie

CO. CORK
ARDMORE LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr. James T. Quain
Garry Rhu, Windsor Hill, Clounthane, Co. Cork.

BANTRY HISTORICAL & ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Museum; Collection & recording of historic, archaeological folklore etc. interest.
Contact:
Mr. Donal Fitzgerald
Gurteen Roe, Bantry, Co. Cork.
Telephone: 027 50493

BEARA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Beara Historical Society was founded in 1986. During the past twelve years members and visitors alike have visited local sites of historical and archaeological interest.
Contact:
Mr. Brendan Finch
Derrmihan West, Castletownbere, Co. Cork.
Website: http://www.bearatourism.com/beara-tourism-OLD/placeppl/group.html#histry - histry

BERE ISLAND MARTELLO TOWER COMMITTEE
Steering group for development of Heritage Centre.
Contact:
Mr. Jack Sullivan
Community Centre, Bere Island, Co. Cork.
Telephone: 027 75099

BERE ISLAND TOURISM & ENVIRONMENT GROUP
To promote tourism, waste management, heritage and culture.
Contact:
Mr. Maurice Nelligan
Bere Island, Co.Cork.
Telephone: 027 75044 / 027 75012

CAPE CLEAR INTERNATIONAL STORY TELLING FESTIVAL
To organise and develop an annual storytelling festival.
Contact:
Mr. Chuck Kruger
Cape Clear Island, Co. Cork.
Website: http://indigo.ie/~stories/

CAPECLEAR TOURISM & ENVIRONMENT GROUP
To preserve & protect the natural, archaeological etc. resources of Cape Clear.
Contact:
Ms. Gillian Watt
Cape Clear Island, Skibbereen, Co. Cork.

CARRIGALINE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION
Contact:
Ms. Helen Dennehy
The Bungalow, Kilnagleany, Co. Cork.
Website: http://www.carrigaline.ie/pages/history.html

CLONAKILTY HISTORY GROUP
Contact:
Traolach O'Donnabhain
Inis Duine, Clonakilty, Co Cork.

COBH MUSEUM
To collect, conserve and display material relevant to the history of the Great Island, Cobh and Cork Harbour.
Contact:
Ms. Heather Bird
High Road, Cobh, Co. Cork.
Telephone: 021 4814240
Website: http://www.corktourist.com/details/the_cobh_museum.shtml

COOMHOLA SALMON TRUST
Creation of Environmental and Aquatic Education courses and materials.
Contact:
Mr. Mark Boyden
Coomhola, Bantry, Co. Cork.
Telephone: 027 50453

CORK COUNTY BAT GROUP
To educate the public in relation to bats by giving advice and lectures. To undertake surveys / studies of bat distribution and behaviour. To promote bat conservation.
Contact:
Mr. Conor Kelleher
Springlane, Carrigagulla, Ballinagree, Macroom, Co. Cork.
Telephone: 021 7339247
Website: http://www.iol.ie/~corkbatgroup/

CORK ENVIRONMENTAL FORUM
To foster, promote and implement sustainable development within the Cork Region.
Contact:
Ms. Jacqueline Hodgson
Cooragurteen, Ballydehob, Co. Cork.
Telephone: 028 37884
Website: http://www.cef.ie/

CORK HARBOUR DEVELOPMENT LTD.
Development of cultural, educational & community. Links between Ireland & Irish Diaspora; generation of enterprise in Cobh/Cork Harbour area.
Contact:
Mr. David Bird
Old Yacht Club, Cobh, Co. Cork.
Telephone: 021 4811260
Website: http://www.portofcork.ie/

CORK HISTORICAL & ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Collection & dissemination of all available information re past of county & city of Cork.
Contact:
Mr. J. Sheehan
45 Benvoirlich Estate, Bishopstown, Cork.
Website: http://www.ucc.ie/chas/subscription.html

CUMANN IARSMALANN CHLEIRE
Source, restore and exhibit artefacts of island interest. Conduct research into all aspects of heritage; create an island archive in association with Cork County Council.
Contact:
Dr. Eamon Lankford
An tAras, 13 Paraid na Dige, Corcaigh.
Telephone: 021 4274110
Website: http://www.placenames.ie/capeclear/

GREAT ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr. Patrick Healy
Ardfeen, Norwood Park, Cobh, Co. Cork.

KILCROHANE HISTORY AND HERITAGE GROUP
To be the guardians of the local archaeological and historical sites, report to the Archaeology Dept U.C.C. on any new sites discovered; collect folklore, genealogy, working with Bantry Historical Society.
Contact:
Ms. Eileen O'Mahony
Letter, Kilcrohane, Bantry, Co. Cork.
Telephone: 027 67004

KINSALE DISTRICT LOCAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr. Gerard McCarthy
Cluin Ard, Pike Cross, Kinsale, Co. Cork.
Website: http://tiara.ie/cork.html

MIZEN PENINSULA ARCHAEOLOGICAL & HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Ms. Deirdre Collins
Poll an Uisce, High Street, Schull, Co. Cork.
Website: http://www.rootsweb.com/~irlcor/Query.htm

PASSAGE WEST AREA DEV. & ENVIRONMENT ASSOC.
To promote positive development of area & monitor environmental effects.
Contact:
Mr. Michael McGrath, T.C.
Laurel Hill, Passage West, Co. Cork.

SIRIUS ARTS CENTRE
To conserve Royal Cork Yacht Club building & to use as an Arts Centre.
Contact:
Mr. Peter Murray
6, The Crescent, Cobh, Co. Cork.

SKIBBEREEN AND DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Skibbereen and District Historical Society was formally established at a meeting held at the Skibbereen Heritage Centre in January 2002.
Contact:
Mr. Jim Byrne
Baltimore Road, Skibbereen, Co. Cork.
Telephone: 028 23193
Website: http://www.skibbereen.ie/historical_society/

YOUGHAL HERITAGE SOCIETY
Keeping awareness in the local area of the history and archaeology of the town and surround. Monitoring planning applications so they do not impinge on the town’s physical heritage.
Contact:
Mr. Michael F. Kelly
12 De Valera St., Youghal, Co. Cork.
Telephone: 024 93481

CO. DONEGAL

BLUESTACK ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP
The Bluestack Environmental Group was set up over three years ago, its aim was to protect and promote the Natural Heritage of the Bluestacks area.
Contact:
Mr. Craig Ayres
Bluestack Environmental Group, Lettermore, Inver, Co. Donegal.
Telephone: 073 36076
Website: http://can.ie/can/donegal/bluestackenv/

DONEGAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The objective of the Society is to preserve and record the history of the county. Since 1946 it has awakened a new interest in the Donegal story and has brought together people of the different traditions and backgrounds. With more than 900 members the Society is one of the largest local history groups in the country.
Contact:
Mrs Una McGarrigle
Parkhill, Ballyshannon County Donegal.
Telephone: 071 9851726
Website: http://www.donegalhistory.com/about.htm

FORT DUNREE MILITARY MUSEUM
Fort Dunree Military Museum houses a fascinating display of military memorabilia and artefacts as well as an array of large guns from the twentieth century.
Contact:
Mr. David Magee
Fort Dunree Military Museum, Buncrana, Inishowen, Co. Donegal.
Telephone: 074 9361817
Website: http://www.dunree.pro.ie/

GRÚPA CARNABHAL COSA MEATA
The aim was to set up an innovative visually and musically exciting carnival group, which would perform at festivals throughout the Gaeltacht area.
Contact:
Mr. Robbie Matthews
Unit 1, Falcarragh Industrial Estate, An Fál Carrach, Co. Dhún na nGall.
Telephone: 074 9162905
Website: http://www.cosameata.com

INISHOWEN MARITIME MUSEUM
Collections relating to maritime heritage.
Contact:
Ms. Gemma Havlin
Coastguard Station, Greencastle harbour, Co Donegal.
Telephone: 074 9381363
Website: http://www.inishowenmaritime.com/

CO. DUBLIN

DUBLIN CITY
AN ÓIGE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP
Partial commissioned research service.
Contact:
2nd Floor, Cumberland House, Fenian Street, Dublin 2.
Telephone: 01 4591048
Website: http://scripts.ireland.com/ancestor/browse/addresses/heritagea-k.htm

BALBRIGGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Ms. Angela Bissette
18 Quay Street, Balbriggan, Dublin.
Website: http://www.bhsireland.net

CLONTARF HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Ms. Bernadine Ruddy
5 Dollymount Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin
Website: http://www.clontarf-online.com/historysociety.htm

COMBINED RESIDENTS OF RINGSEND & IRISHTOWN
Contact:
Ringsend & Irishtown Community Centre Ltd., Thorncastle Street, Ringsend, Dublin 4.
Telephone: 01 660 4789
Website: http://www.dublin.ie/getFile.asp?FC_ID=329&docID=857

DUBLIN ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Ms. Jane Behan
54 Meadowbrook, Baldoyle, Dublin.
Website: http://www.ireland.ie/things_2_do_results_single.asp?sID=23990

DUBLIN CITY COMMUNITY FORUM
The Boards main role is to prepare and oversee the implementation of a ten -year strategy for the economic, social and cultural development of Dublin. To facilitate local involvement in the development of the strategy a Community Forum was established in January 2000.
Contact:
Mr. Tom Redmond
Dublin City Development Board, Dublin Corporation, Block 4, Floor 3, Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8.
Telephone: 01 222 2148
Website: http://www.dublin.ie/index.asp?locID=5&docID=-1

DUBLIN NATURALISTS FIELD CLUB
It has the general aim of promoting an interest in all branches of natural history. The Field club activities are educational and provide opportunities for people to share their interests in, and learn about the natural history of our environment. The Club is concerned with the conservation and protection of rare and endangered plants and animals and the protection of sites of scientific interest.
Contact:
Mr. Gerry Sharkey
81 Jamestown Road, Finglas, Dublin 11.
Website: http://www.dnfc.net/

LOUGH SHINNY & RUSH HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Loughshinny & Rush Historical Society was founded in 1989 to 'compile, research, record and correlate the history folklore and traditions of the Loughshinny and Rush area of North Fingal'.
Contact:
Mr. Kevin Thorp
Website: http://www.loughshinnyvillage.com/HistoricalSociety.html

DUN-LAOGHAIRE-RATHDOWN COUNTY
ACCESS COMMUNITY NETWORK
Contact:
6 Clarinda Park North, Dun Laoghaire.
Telephone: 01 2806180

BALLINTEER FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY
Contact:
29 The View, Woodpark, Dublin 16.
Telephone: 01 2988082

BALLYBRACK & KILLANEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr. Tom Moran
St. Alphonsus & Columba Church Hall, Main Street, Ballybrack, Co Dublin.
Telephone: 087 2348084
Website: http://www.dalkeyhomepage.ie/heritage/historysoc/ballybrackilliney05.htm

DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN HERITAGE SOCIETY
The Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Heritage Society offer a Partial Service for enquirers seeking information on their ancestors from south County Dublin. Typically an Initial enquiry receives a reply from this Centre within two weeks.
Contact:
Moran Park House, Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin
Telephone: 01 2806961 Extension 238

DUN LAOGHAIRE BOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Society aims to promote and sustain an interest in the culture, heritage and history of Ireland, with a particular interest in the area formerly covered by the Borough of Dun Laoghaire (estb. 1930) including the towns of Dun Laoghaire, Dalkey and Blackrock on Dublin's Riviera. The Society has a special interest in the history of the town of Dun Laoghaire (formerly Kingstown) and the Harbour at Dun Laoghaire.
Contact:
Mr. Colin Scudds
7 Northumberland Park, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin.
Telephone: 01 2806213
Website: http://www.dun-laoghaire.com/dir/history.html

FINGAL COUNTY

FINGAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Ms. Bernadette Marks
Mountgarry, Swords, Co. Dublin.

MALAHIDE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
To find out the history of the Malahide area. To gather details of events both major and minor, record them and narrate them through lectures and walks. To instill a love of Malahide village and surroundings among the people who live here. To preserve the unique qualities of Malahide, which may be in danger of being lost. In the long term to produce a booklet on the history of the Malahide area. To establish a Museum.
Contact:
Mr. Roger Greene
121 Millview Lawns, Malahide, Co. Dublin.
Telephone: 01 8451967
Website: http://www.malahideheritage.com/

SKERRIES HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr. Roly Pickering
23 Rostrevor Road, Rathgar, Dublin.

CO. GALWAY
ACADAMH NA HOLLSCOLAÍOCHTA GAEILGE, CARNA
Irish folklore, folklife and traditional skills in the Connemara area.
Contact:
Séamas Ó Concheanainn
Riarthóir,
Áras Shorcha Ní Ghuairim,
Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge,
Carna,
Co. na Gaillimhe
Telephone: 095 32834
Fax: 095 32836

ACADAMH NA HOLSCOLAÍOCHTA GAEILGE, NUIG
Irish folklore, folklife and traditional skills in County Galway.
Contact:
Peadar Mac an Iomaire,
Príomhfheidhmeannach,
Acadamh na hOlscolaíochta Gaeilge
Ollscoil na hÉireann, Gaillimh.
Telephone: 091 524411
e-mail: peadar.macaniomaire@nuigalway.ie
Website: http://www.nuigalway.ie/faculties_departments/gaeilge/

ÁRAS ÉANNA
An arts, craft and heritage centre. At present displays island artefacts and archive material.
Contact:
Mr. Val Ballance
Inis Oírr, Arann Islands, Co Galway
Telephone: 099 75150
Website: http://www.araseanna.ie/

CAOILTE BREATHNACH
Caoilte has written and co-authored a number of books covering the rich folklore of the Kinvara/Gort area of South Galway. A self-employed translator, he has also contributed to radio broadcasts, local magazines, and books, including Book of the Burren (Tír Eolas, 1991). Published works include: A Word In Your Ear (KCC, 1989) and Come Here I Want You (KCC, 1996), based on Kinvara folklore; and Kinvara, A Seaport Town on Galway Bay (Tír Eolas, 1997; extended captions to old photographs).
Contact:
Caoilte Breatnach
Kinvara,
Co Galway.
Telephone: 091 637357
e-mail: info@burrentranslations.com

GALWAY ARCHAEOLOGICAL & HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr. William Henry
25 Monivea Park, Galway
Telephone: 091 524411 ext 3636
Website: http://www.xs4all.nl/~tbreen/Journals/Galway.html

GALWAY CITY PARTNERSHIP
A Partnership is a coming together of local organisations to promote the development of the area, in this case, Galway city.
Contact:
3 The Plaza, Headford Road, Galway
Telephone: 091 773466
Website: http://www.gcp.ie/index.html

GALWAY COUNTY HERITAGE FORUM
An advisory group that was established to provide advise regarding the development and implementation of the first ever Galway County Heritage Plan.
Contact:
Telephone: 091 746860
Website: http://www.galway.ie/bfcg/forum_update/forum_structure.htm

INISHBOFIN HERITAGE MUSEUM
The Museum contains the set up of a traditional island collage, farming and fishing implemnets and a history of the island.
Contact:
Telephone: 095 45950
Website: http://www.inishbofin.com/

IONAD ARANN
The centre vividly reveals the art of Currach making.
Contact:
Cill Ronain, Inis Mor, Oilean Arann, Co Galway.
Telephone: 099 61355
Website: http://www.visitaranislands.com/

MNÁ FIONTARACHA
Mná Fiontaracha have been collecting folklore on the Aran Islands for the past 5-6 years. They have published two books, the first “Árainn Cosáin tSaoil” records placenames, roads, well, etc. on the Aran Islands and the second “Ár n-Oileán – Tuile ‘s Trá” includes articles written and interviews on specific topics such as women’s lives on the islands.
Contact:
Mná Fiontaracha
c/o Maeve Ni Fhlartha,
Fearann an Choirce,
Inish Móir,
Áran.
Telephone: 099 61247
e-mail: mnafiontaracha@eircom.net

OLD GALWAY SOCIETY
Formed in 1963, historical watchdog for medieval Galway, promotes Old Galway & its aspirations. Runs talks Oct-Apr at Mercy College, Newtownsmith, Galway.
Contact:
Ms. Elizabeth Byrnes
Merville By The Bridge, Oranmore, Galway.
Telephone: 091 794435
Website: http://www.galwaycity.biz/content/Info.asp?ID=21

CO. KERRY
CUMANN LUACHRA
Contact:
Mr. P. Dineen
Hollymount, Rathmore, Co. Kerry
Website: http://homepage.eircom.net/~dinglemaps/genuki/KER/

KERRY ARCHAEOLOGICAL & HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Kerry Archaeological and Historical Society was established in 1967 for the collection, recording, study and preservation of material relating to the history and antiquities of County Kerry. It organizes a series of lectures during the winter and a number of outings during the summer in co-operation with other Bodies, Institutions and Organisations interested in the language, literature and history of the County.
Contact:
Mr. Pádraig Ó Concubhair
Kerry County Library, Moyderwell, Tralee, Co. Kerry
Telephone: 066 7121200
Website: http://www.kerrycolib.ie/kahs.asp

VALENTIA HERITAGE SOCIETY
Contact:
Ms. Clare Ring
Knightstown, Valentia Island, Co. Kerry
Website: http://www.geocities.com/valentia_heritage/va_heritage.html

CO. LEITRIM
CAVAN-LEITRIM ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS NETWORK
Contact:
Ms. Christine Raab-Heine
Lecarrow, Drumkeeran, Co. Leitrim.
Website: http://www.gmfreeireland.org/coexistence/CLEAN1.pdf

LEITRIM COMMUNITY FORUM
Leitrim Community Forum is a body of 26 people representing the Community and Voluntary sector in County Leitrim. The purpose of the Forum is to provide two way communications between the Community and Voluntary sector and the County Development Board.
Contact:
Ms. Mary Margaret Parsons
The Community & Enterprise Department, Aras an Chontae, Carrick on Shannon, Co. Leitrim.
Telephone: 086 1708140
Website: http://www.leitrimcommunityforum.ie/

CO. LOUTH
CLOGHERHEAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr Kieran Burke
7 Castleview, Callystown Road, Clogherhead, Co. Louth.
Website: http://www.clogherhead.com/

DARVER HISTORICAL RESEARCH GROUP
Contact:
Ms. Kathleen Brennan
Killencoole House, Readypenny, Dundalk, Co. Louth.
Website: http://www.crossborder.ie/pubs/localhistory.pdf

LOUTH ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
The Council meets every month to transact the business of the Society including organisation of events, election of new members, discussion of policy and planning matters (including agreeing the submission of observations to statutory bodies) and any other matters arising.
Contact:
Mr. Edward McHugh
Newtown, Monasterboice, Drogheda, Co. Louth.
Website: http://www.clahs.com/

LOUTH COMMUNITY FORUM
Louth County Community Forum is platform for community and voluntary groups in the county to exchange information, share experience and work collectively to voice their common issues and concerns relating to the economic, social and cultural development of the county.
Contact:
Office of Community & Enterprise, Louth County Council Millennium Centre, St. Alphonsus Road, Dundalk, Co. Louth.
Telephone: 042 9353116
Website: http://www.louthcdb.ie/louthcdb/commforum.asp

OLD DROGHEDA SOCIETY
The Old Drogheda Society publishes the Journal annually. It deals with the history of Drogheda, County Louth.
Contact:
Ms. Moira Corcoran
5 Crushrod Avenue, Drogheda, Co. Louth.
Website: http://www.millmount.net/

OLD DUNDALK SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr. Jan Van Dessel
Mount Avenue, Dundalk, Co. Louth.
Website: http://homepage.eircom.net/~localhist/Members.doc

CO. LIMERICK
IRISH PALATINE SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr Austen Boveneizer
Killaheen, Rathkeale, Co Limerick.
Website: http://www.crossborder.ie/pubs/localhistory.pdf

KNOCKFIERNA HERITAGE & FORKLORE GROUP
Hosting of the "Knockfierna Festival of Loughnasa" and the publication of the Knockfierna Annual Journal.
Contact:
Mr. Noel Carmody
Rathkeale & Keyhouse, Newcastle West, Co Limerick.
Website: http://www.heritageireland.ie/en/HeritageWeek2003/HeritageWeekEvents/Limerick/

LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr Dermot O'Gorman
Oola, Co Limerick
Website: http://www.crossborder.ie/pubs/localhistory.pdf

LOUGH GUR DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The collection and preservation of local to national history continues to be a primary objective.
Contact:
Ms. Elizabeth Clifford
Crean, Bruff, Co Limerick.
Website: http://www.loughgur.com/history.htm

NEWCASTLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr. John Cussen
Cloneen, Gortboy, Newcastle West, Co Limerick.
Website: http://homepage.eircom.net/~localhist/Members.doc

NEWCASTLE WEST HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Annual Journal
Contact:
Website: http://home.pacbell.net/nymets11/genuki/LIM/

RATHKEALE LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr. Patrick Coleman
Glebe Castle, Co. Limerick.
Website: http://home.pacbell.net/nymets11/genuki/LIM/

THOMOND ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Promotes an interest in the study and conservation of archaeological sites.
Contact:
Mr. Liam Irwin
20 Sullane Crescent, Raheen, Limerick.
Telephone: 061-301285

CO. MAYO
NORTH MAYO HISTORICAL & ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
The society was established for the collection, recording, study and preservation of the history of antiquities of North mayo including the preservation of historical remains and the publication of a journal.
Contact:
Mr. Paddy Tuffy
Telephone: 096 21510
Website: http://towns.mayo-ireland.ie/WebX?14@218.d1sjaTcswM9.0@.ee7a387

WESTPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Ms. Bronagh Joyce
Telephone: 098 26852
Website: http://towns.mayo-ireland.ie/WebX?14@113.WkZ2aJjlxgA.1@.ee7a417

CO. SLIGO
BALLYMOTE HERITAGE GROUP
Ballymote Heritage Group was founded in May 1984. Monthly meetings are held on the last Wednesday of each month. As a highlight of the year’s activities a Heritage Weekend has been organised on each August Bank Holiday since 1990.
Contact:
Ms. Betty Conlon
Telephone: 071 9183380
Website: www.ballymoteheritage.com

THE SLIGO COUNTY COMMUNITY FORUM
The Sligo County Community Forum was set up in the spring of 2000 and now mid way into 2003, it has a busy agenda underway. Monthly meetings are held throughout County Sligo and all Forum members participate.
Contact:
Office of Community & Enterprise Sligo, County Council, Development Centre, Cleveragh Road, Sligo.
Telephone: 071 50751/51218
Website: http://www.sligococo.ie/Download/SpecialProjectsOffice/Sligo_Connections_summer_03.pdf

CO. WATERFORD
WATERFORD HISTORICAL & ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Eugene Broderick
1 Pheasant Walk, Collins Avenue, Waterford.
Telephone: 051 878123
Website: http://www.iol.ie/~mnoc/Archealogical%20&%20Hist.html%20

CO. WEXFORD
WEXFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Ms. Mary Kehoe
61 Talbot Green, Wexford.
Website: http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/archaeology/wexford_hist_conf.pdf

CO. WICKLOW
ARKLOW HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Ms. Peggy Kelly
Ashwood, Arklow, Co. Wicklow.
Telephone: 040 239577
Website: http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/archaeology/wexford_hist_conf.pdf

BRAY CUALANN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr. Brian White
128 Newcourt Road, Bray, Co Wicklow.
Website: http://www.heritageireland.ie/en/HeritageWeek2003/HeritageWeekEvents/Wicklow/

ENNISKERRY HISTORY SOCIETY
AOH Hall, Enniskerry Village, Co Wicklow.
Website: http://www.southsidepeople.ie/index.php?option=articles&task=viewarticle&artid=731

FRIENDS OF HISTORIC RATHDOWN
Contact:
Mr. Chris Smal
64 The Grove, Redford, Greystones, Co Wicklow.

GREYSTONES ARCHAEOLOGICAL & HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr. Jim Brennan
Glenties, Church Lane, Greystones, Co Wicklow.
Website: http://www.southsidepeople.ie/index.php?option=articles&task=viewarticle&artid=731

WICKLOW HERITAGE FORM
Contact:
Ms. Deirdre Burns
Heritage Officer, Wicklow County Council, Wicklow.

WICKLOW HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Contact:
Mr. Stan O'Reilly
1 The Bank, Rathnew, Co Wicklow
Website: http://www.xs4all.nl/~tbreen/journals.html

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HARBOURS AND PORTS

This section provides a list of harbours and ports and their contact details.
ARKLOW HARBOUR
BALTIMORE AND SKIBBEREEN HARBOUR
DINGLE HARBOUR
DROGHEDA PORT COMPANY
DUBLIN PORT COMPANY
DUNDALK HARBOUR COMMISSIONERS
DUN LAOGHAIRE HARBOUR COMPANY
GALWAY HARBOUR COMPANY
THE PORT OF NEW ROSS
PORT OF CORK COMPANY
PORT OF KINSALE
PORT OF WATERFORD
ROSSLARE PORT AUTHORITY
SHANNON FOYNES PORT COMPANY
SLIGO HARBOUR
TRALEE & FENIT PIER HARBOUR COMMISSIONERS

ARKLOW HARBOUR
Arklow Harbour Commissioners, Harbour Office, Arklow, Co. Wicklow.
Tel: +353 (0)402-32466
Fax: +353 (0)402-31068
Email: arklowharbour@eircom.net
Web: http://www.arklow.ie/members/harbourboard.asp

BALTIMORE AND SKIBBEREEN HARBOUR
Baltimore and Skibbereen Harbour Commissioners, Harbour Office, Baltimore, Co. Cork.
Tel: +353 (0)28-20106
Fax: +353 (0)28-20266

DINGLE HARBOUR
Dingle Harbour Commissioners, Dingle, Co. Kerry.
Tel: +353 (0)66-9151629
Fax: +353 (0)66-9152629
Email: dinglemarine@eircom.net

DROGHEDA PORT COMPANY
Harbour Master: Captain Martin Donnelly, Drogheda Port Company, Maritime House, The Mall, Drogheda, Co Louth, Ireland.
Tel: +353 (0)41 983 8378
Fax: +353 (0)41 983 2844
Email: maritimehouse@droghedaport.ie
Web: http://www.droghedaport.ie/index_home.html

DUBLIN PORT COMPANY
Dublin Port Company, Port Centre, Alexandra Road, Dublin 1, Ireland.
Tel: +353 (0)1 8550888 / 1 8876000
Fax: +353 (0)1 8557400
Email: info@dublinport.ie
Web: http://www.dublinport.ie/index.html

DUNDALK HARBOUR COMMISSIONERS
40 Quay Street, Dundalk, Co Louth, Ireland.
Tel: +353 (0)42 933 4096
Fax: +353 (0)42 933 5481

DUN LAOGHAIRE HARBOUR COMPANY
Port Operations Manager, Ferry Terminal, Dun Laoghaire Harbour Company, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, Ireland.
Tel: +353 (0)1 2808074
Fax: +353 (0)1 2808062
Email: info@dlharbour.ie
DLH Port Operations Comments & Queries
Web: http://www.dlharbour.ie/content/contact/index.php

GALWAY HARBOUR COMPANY
Harbour Master: Captain Brian Sheridan, Galway Harbour Company, Harbour Office, New Docks, Galway, Ireland.
Tel: +353 (0)91 561874 or +353 (0)91 562329
Fax: +353 (0)91 563738
Email: info@galwayharbour.com
Web: http://www.galwayharbour.com/index.html

THE PORT OF NEW ROSS
Harbour Master: Capt. L. J. Foley, The Port of New Ross, Harbour Office, The Quay, New Ross, Co. Wexford, Ireland.
Tel: +353 (0)51 421 303
Fax: +353 (0)51 421 294
Email: ceo@newrossport.iol.ie
Web: http://www.imdo.ie/new-ross-port.htm

PORT OF CORK COMPANY
Harbour Master: Captain Pat Farnan, Port of Cork Company, Custom House Street, Cork, Ireland.
Tel: +353 (0)21 4273125
Fax: +353 (0)21 4276484
Email: info@portofcork.ie
Web: http://www.portofcork.ie/introduction.htm

PORT OF KINSALE
Harbour Master: Capt. P. Devitt, Kinsale Harbour Commissioners, Customs Quay, Kinsale Port, Kinsale, Co. Cork, Ireland.
Tel: +353 (0)21 4772503
Fax: +353 (0)21 4774695
Email: kharbour@iol.ie
Web: http://www.irelandwide.com/port/kharbour/index.htm

PORT OF WATERFORD
Harbour Master: Captain Phillip Cowman, Port of Waterford Company, Floor 1B, Confederation House, Waterford Business Park, Cork Road, Waterford, Ireland.
Tel: +353 (0)51 874907
Fax: +353 (0)51 874908
Email: jsm@portofwaterford.com
Web: http://www.portofwaterford.com/

ROSSLARE PORT AUTHORITY
Harbour Master: Capt. Aedan Jameson, Iarnród Éireann, Terminal Building, Rosslare Europort, Co. Wexford, Ireland.
Tel: +353 (0)53 57920
Fax: +353 (0)53 33206
Email: aedan.jameson@irishrail.ie
Web: http://www.irishrail.ie/rosslare/about_us/contacts.asp

SHANNON FOYNES PORT COMPANY
Shannon Foynes Port Company, Harbour Office, Foynes, Co. Limerick, Ireland.
Tel: +353 (0)69 73100
Fax: +353 (0)69 65142
Email: info@sfpc.ie
Web: http://www.sfpc.ie/

SLIGO HARBOUR
Sligo Harbour Commissioners, Harbour Office, Ballast Quay, Sligo, Ireland.
Tel : +353 (0)71-61197
Fax : +353 (0)71-61197
Email:sligoharbour@eircom.net

TRALEE & FENIT PIER HARBOUR COMMISSIONERS
The Pier, Fenit, Co Kerry, Ireland.
Tel: +353 (0)66 7136231
Fax: +353 (0)66 7136473
Email: fenitmarina@eircom.net

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